Dreka Gates Requests $70,000 Monthly Support Amid Kevin Gates Divorce Proceedings
Dreka Gates has taken significant legal steps following her separation from rapper Kevin Gates, filing for divorce in July. She is now requesting $70,000 in monthly support amidst concerns about financial instability.
Dreka Gates Seeks Financial Support During Divorce
In accordance with court documents acquired by TMZ, Dreka alleges that Kevin has undermined their financial stability since late 2021. He reportedly ceased payments for essential family obligations, including property taxes and tuition for their children’s private schools.
Financial Claims and Issues
- Dreka claims Kevin bought 18 luxury vehicles and a $4.7 million estate in Calabasas while neglecting family finances.
- The couple’s farm in Mississippi faces foreclosure due to a $7 million IRS levy for unpaid property taxes.
Dreka is requesting the court to mandate that Kevin pay $27,193 per month in child support and $46,274 for spousal support. Furthermore, she is seeking primary physical custody of their two children, citing that they have predominantly been with Kevin over the past two years.
Response from Kevin Gates
Kevin Gates has dismissed Dreka’s allegations as “factually baseless,” emphasizing that they were never legally married. The couple had a ceremony in October 2015 but lacked formal legal documentation.
Social Media Reaction
Public reaction has poured in through social media, with many users expressing support for Dreka. Some comments highlight the challenges of their lengthy relationship, while others argue about the amount she requests.
- One user stated, “9 years of dealing with Kevin Gates? Give that woman WHATEVER she’s asking for.”
- Another remarked, “I think people forget she was not only his spouse but manager. So she deserves it.”
Background on the Divorce
Dreka initially filed for divorce citing “irreconcilable differences,” officially separating from Kevin on July 10. At that time, she requested joint physical and legal custody of their two children, aged 11 and 12, while also seeking to prevent Kevin from receiving any spousal support.
Following these developments, Kevin has remained mostly silent. However, he was seen with a new companion in September, shortly after the split with Dreka.
